Simple_query_language语料库检索语言(特适用于BNC).pdf

This quick reference gives a concise overview of the most commonly needed Matching parts-of-speech (POS) features of Simple Query Syntax; see Chapter 6 of Hoffmann et al. (2008) for a • Search for a word form with a specific POS tag by linking them with an comprehensive reference and tutorial. Query expressions that you can enter in underscore _. Wildcards can be used both for word form and POS tag: BNCwebs search box are printed in typewriter font, followed by an arrow and the matching words or word sequences in italics (e.g. st?ing sting, stung). lights_NN2 plural noun lights, but not the verb form lights *ly_AJ0 adjectives ending in -ly (e.g. daily) Basic word form searches super+_V* verb forms starting with super- • To search for word forms, simply type them into the query field and click [Start query]: glitterati glitterati • You can also search by POS tag only: _PNX any reflexive pronoun • Use wildcards for unspecified letters, and prefix or suffix searches: • Complete listing of POS tags used in the BNC is given on last page. • Use simplified POS tags enclosed in curly braces: super+_{VERB} for ? for a single arbitrary character